
Tenderness
2025, English. Directed by Lawrence Luo.
Lee, a young man in Chengdu China, writes a letter to Sam, his former English teacher and lover from the US, reminiscing about their brief but profound relationship. He recalls their time together through past and present moments—exploring the city, learning from each other, and falling in love. But Sam had to return to the U.S., leaving Lee with cherished yet painful memories. "Tenderness" is a poetic tale of love, loss, and the lingering warmth of a connection that remains unforgettable.
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- 0h 14m
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- English
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- 20 August 2025
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Tenderness isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 20 August 2025. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Tenderness?
If you liked Tenderness, try Holiday Date, Frequencies, Christmas in Evergreen: Tidings of Joy.
Who directed Tenderness?
Tenderness (2025) was directed by Lawrence Luo and stars Haoran Dai, Paul Addison.